Western Canada
Canada’s Prairies and Pacific: a playground for groups!
There’s a reason why Western Canada is one of the top group destinations in North America. In fact, the reasons are countless! Come see for yourself as you discover the diverse landscape that makes up British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. You’ll soon realize what we mean, and not a moment too soon. Make 2012 the year you discover Western Canada again, or for the first time if you’ve not yet had the pleasure!
This is a corner of the world that screams out with fun and adventure. Though modern cities dominate a portion of the landscape here, there is still more than enough wild and rugged geography for groups to explore. This region is, after all, home to the world-renowned Canadian Rocky Mountains. The vast and diverse areas of this region will have groups hiking a mountain peak one day, skiing a top-notch resort the next, and ending up on the coast of Vancouver Island in a kayak! Whether your bus is full of students out for education or a seniors’ group on the trip of a lifetime, this region has something for all ages and activity level.
While this region is packed with adventure in the outdoors, it’s hard to overlook the history and culture that also abound here. Home to fascinating heritage sites (five of the country’s 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites are in Alberta), cosmopolitan cities, exciting festivals and events, first-rate dining, and an abundance of accommodation for every taste and budget, Western Canada is the ideal place to bring your tour.
British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba each possess a winning combination of fabulous group itineraries in their own right. But put the four together, and you’ve got yourself one heck of a group travel destination! Within the pages of this guide you will find everything you need to plan your travel, from suggested itinerary stops to qualified group supplier listings. Your travels to this region are sure to be a winning combination with your groups!
